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Have you ever heard of humming when you’re anxious? It could be the easiest way to lower your stress levels. And there’s science to back it up! LINKS Read ‘This Might Be the Simplest Scientific Way to Get Rid of Stress You've Ever Heard Of’ from Inc.com Read ‘How Voice Therapy Can Ease Anxiety & Depression’ by Alicia Lansom for Refinery29 Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We want to teach you how to hope for the best… or at the very least, stopping yourself from expecting the absolute worst case scenario. Tell yourself: the worst case scenario isn’t a sure thing. Don't pretend the worst case is impossible. Mindfulness is about acceptance of all scenarios. But also leave space for the best case outcome. Let’s go through it together. LINKS Read ‘Giving Up the “Worst Case Scenario” Mindset for Good’ by Ilene Strauss Cohen for Psychology Today Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know when you get a mental image that you can't shake? They could be real or imagined; a bad memory or imagining you partner cheating on you even though they’re faithful and love the shit outta you? We want to help you to take back control of those mental images – and as always they're pretty easy (promise!)  LINKS Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever been in a really good mood — until someone says you look "tired". Or feel great about your outfit til someone makes a snarky comment about it? Self-help icon Tony Robbins believes the words we attach to our experiences BECOME our experiences. The minute you use a word like "devastated" you’re going to produce a very different effect than if you say "I'm a bit disappointed". We’ve got 3 things we want you to focus on when you next choose how you describe yourself – and notice and changes in how you feel when you say or hear them. LINKS Read ‘How to change your words, change your life’ by Tony Robbins Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to sleep trackers, people are becoming obsessed with getting a decent night’s sleep. All that stuff has its benefits until it overwhelms us. So how can mindfulness help? LINKS Read ‘How To Improve Your Sleep and Why You Should with Professor Matthew Walker’ - Dr Rangan Chatterjee Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all have a nervous giggle – and there's research that it can have benefits! So let’s figure out how to do it mindfully. LINKS Read ‘Nervous Laughter: Causes, Psychology, Tips, and More’ by Tim Jewell, medically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg PsyD for Healthline Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS  Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy  Executive Producer: Elise Cooper Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even if you’re desperately passionate about a project, you still need down time. So how can change-makers chill out? We’ve got some great tips (obvi) and a little pep talk to remind you to take time for yourself. LINKS Read ‘Attitudes toward algorithms used on social media’ by Aaron Smith for Pew Research Center  Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re talking challenges, and not shying away from them.  It’s okay to take time for self-care. It’s okay to admit you don’t just wake up happy. This is a pep talk for taking on your challenges and not feeling defeated. LINKS Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper Editor: Adrian WaltonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you feel anxiety rising pause and ask yourself this question: Is this useful? There are times when stress and anxiety serve a purpose, says author and wellness influencer Liz Moody. But often anxiety is not very useful, or we over-do how anxious we need to be.  We want you to try this simple sentence to help you manage anxiety and maybe even stop a freak-out in its tracks.   LINKS Follow @lizmoody on Instagram  Listen to our episodes on rumination and worry  ‘Why Cant’ I Stop Thinking About That Thing’ ‘WTF am I worrying for?’  Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper  Editor: Adrian Walton  Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Visualisation is a key part of mindfulness – and it’s probably the most woo woo this show is going to get. We’re gunna teach you some of the basics to visualising, and get you on the path to smashing out your goals. LINKS Find out more from @clairearistides founder of the Mindology App Follow @thespace_podcast on Instagram   Watch @thespace_podcast on TikTok  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram  CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper Editor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.